Joshua James
Hot Springs,AR
Summary
Dedicated automotive technician with several years in service and repair. Friendly and upbeat professional enthusiastic about automotive work. Focused on satisfying customers, supporting team and meeting shop targets by applying superior work ethic, mechanical knowledge and excellent customer service skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Auto Technician
Red River Dodge Chrysler Jeep of Malvern
Malvern, AR
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Inspected and tested vehicle systems to ensure proper operation.
- Monitored inventory levels of spare parts in the workshop stockroom to ensure adequate supply availability at all times.
- Utilized shop manuals for reference when diagnosing complex problems with engines or transmissions.
- Troubleshot electrical systems to isolate faults in wiring harnesses or other components.
- Cleaned and lubricated chassis components such as steering linkage assemblies and universal joints.
- Diagnosed electrical issues using specialized diagnostic equipment.
- Demonstrated a thorough understanding of various makes and models of cars through ongoing training courses.
- Conducted comprehensive safety inspections of vehicles prior to any repairs being made.
- Operated lift equipment safely in order to raise vehicles off the ground during inspection or repair activities.
- Performed routine maintenance and repair services on vehicles, including oil changes, tire rotations, brake repairs, and engine tune-ups.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing customer inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Repaired or replaced worn belts, hoses, brakes, radiators, starters, and other components as needed.
- Ensured that all tools were properly stored after use in order to maintain a safe working environment.
- Replaced defective parts such as spark plugs, air filters, fuel injectors, and alternators.
- Completed repairs and maintenance to major vehicle models to meet safety specifications.
- Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
- Interpreted drawings and schematics to pinpoint sources of mechanical issues.
Auto Technician
Lakeview Auto
Hot Speings, AR
03.2018 - 02.2022
- Inspected and tested vehicle systems to ensure proper operation.
- Conducted comprehensive safety inspections of vehicles prior to any repairs being made.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing customer inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Performed routine maintenance and repair services on vehicles, including oil changes, tire rotations, brake repairs, and engine tune-ups.
- Ensured that all tools were properly stored after use in order to maintain a safe working environment.
- Operated lift equipment safely in order to raise vehicles off the ground during inspection or repair activities.
- Followed manufacturer guidelines when replacing parts or making adjustments on customer vehicles.
- Installed new tires on customer vehicles following manufacturer's guidelines for size and pressure ratings.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations while performing auto repairs or servicing vehicles.
- Reviewed work orders to determine the nature of problems reported by customers before beginning repairs.
- Maintained accurate records of all service performed on customer vehicles.
- Completed necessary paperwork for each job accurately and efficiently according to company policy.
- Demonstrated a thorough understanding of various makes and models of cars through ongoing training courses.
- Cleaned and lubricated chassis components such as steering linkage assemblies and universal joints.
- Replaced defective parts such as spark plugs, air filters, fuel injectors, and alternators.
- Diagnosed electrical issues using specialized diagnostic equipment.
- Repaired or replaced worn belts, hoses, brakes, radiators, starters, and other components as needed.
- Utilized shop manuals for reference when diagnosing complex problems with engines or transmissions.
- Utilized infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges and computerized diagnostic devices to test vehicle components and systems.
- Completed repairs and maintenance to major vehicle models to meet safety specifications.
- Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used.
- Cooperated with other technicians from different disciplines to achieve optimal integration.
- Searched within service and maintenance manuals to perform repairs and diagnosis.
- Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
Education
High School Diploma -
White Hall High School
White Hall Ar.05-1999
Skills
- Hazardous waste management
- Replacing parts
- Engine overhauls
- Calibrating systems
- Coolant flushes
- System repairs
- Gasket replacements
- Heating and air conditioning
- Electronic testing
- Fuel systems
- Engine repair
- Brake systems
- Battery services
- Driveability diagnostics
- Emissions control
- Performance tuning
- Preventative maintenance
- Diesel engines
- Computerized equipment
- Fluid services
- Steering systems
- Advanced diagnostics
- Exhaust systems
- Vehicle inspections
- Suspension systems
- Electrical systems
Timeline
Auto Technician
Red River Dodge Chrysler Jeep of Malvern
01.2022 - 12.2023
Auto Technician
Lakeview Auto
03.2018 - 02.2022
High School Diploma -
White Hall High School
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